Laura Pezzini lpezzini@mustangdaily.net Hazing has become the subject of national conversation this week, in light of recent incidents across the country. Last week, twelve members of the marching band at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) were charged with manslaughter for…
Philanthropy 101: Cal Poly Greek Life gives back
Alexandria Scott alexandriascott.md@gmail.com Philanthropy was the word of the day this past Thursday, as Interfraternity Council (IFC), Panhellenic (PHA) and United Sorority and Fraternity Council (USFC) fraternities and sororities gathered in the University Union to raise awareness for charities. The organizations showcased each of their respective philanthropies…
Fraternity looks to make it official
Holly Dickson hollydickson.md@gmail.com A group of students got together this past year with a single goal in mind: form a new fraternity chapter which stands apart from the rest of greek life at Cal Poly. “We’re really excited to turn…
Freshman rush requirements under fire
Laura Pezzini lpezzini@mustangdaily.net Restrictions on fraternity recruitment — brought about following the death of Cal Poly freshman Carson Starkey from alcohol poisoning — may be rescinded next year after concerns were raised about unequal treatment of fraternities and sororities. Since…
Greek Week not just fun and games
Greek Week isn’t all about doughnut-eating contests, beach days and soccer games. This year, Cal Poly’s greek organizations are teaming up to give back to the community. The idea of implementing philanthropy work into the annual Greek Week began last…
Fraternity faces social probation after party
Cal Poly’s chapter of Delta Sigma Phi is on social probation after an investigation into alleged misconduct at a party earlier this month, according to Cal Poly Student Life and Leadership director Stephan Lamb. Lamb dealt the sanctions after consulting…
Rush week concludes with big numbers
Eager freshmen males flooded Dexter Lawn last week, searching for the fraternity that will become their social circle at Cal Poly and beyond. Joining a greek organization can translate to many social advantages in the short-term and professional benefits in…
Greek Week continues
The 22 fraternities and 14 sororities that make up Cal Poly’s greek system are celebrating Greek Week from April 18 to 25.